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Don’t be Afraid of the Dentist! We at Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry® know that some Bolivia and Oak Island folks avoid the dentist’s chair like the plague. According to studies at the Dental Fears Research Clinic at the University of Washington, as much as 8% of Americans are too afraid to go to dentists and… (Read More)

One of the most common and destructive myths about dental hygiene is that it’s normal for gums to bleed. Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller, and Dr. Hohl would like everyone in Bolivia and Oak Island to know that this is not the case! Imagine if we weren’t talking about gums- should any part of… (Read More)

Dr. Wilharm, Dr. Harrington, Dr. Miller and Dr. Hohl are not the type of dentist that will tell Bolivia residents they can’t ever eat candy. In fact, none of us at Coastal Cosmetic Dentistry will tell you that, because we all love candy. Everyone loves candy! However, we also love teeth, and you can’t eat… (Read More)

Every Bolivia and Oak Island parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led believe they don’t have an impact… (Read More)